Signification
Waiting during a journey.
Contexte culturel
Roadside waiting is a common social activity. People often meet at 'Tea Kadai' (tea shops) located 'on the way' to catch up on local news. In Sri Lanka, 'vazhi' is often used in the context of 'vazhi-kaatti' (guide). Standing on the way can imply waiting for a guide in rural areas. In urban Singapore, this phrase is frequently used in the context of MRT (train) stations and bus interchanges. The concept of 'Vazhi' is sacred in Sangam poetry, often representing the difficult path a hero takes to reach his lady-love. Standing on the path was a sign of devotion.
Be Specific
Always mention a landmark before 'vazhiyil nil' to make it easier for the other person to find you.
Safety First
In Tamil Nadu, 'vazhiyil nil' often refers to the shoulder of the road. Be careful of traffic!
Signification
Waiting during a journey.
Be Specific
Always mention a landmark before 'vazhiyil nil' to make it easier for the other person to find you.
Safety First
In Tamil Nadu, 'vazhiyil nil' often refers to the shoulder of the road. Be careful of traffic!
The 'Nillu' Suffix
Adding 'pa' (vazhiyila nillu-pa) makes the request sound much friendlier among male friends.
Use with 'Live Location'
This is the perfect phrase to use when you've shared your location on WhatsApp.
Teste-toi
Fill in the correct form of the verb 'nil' for a respectful request.
ஐயா, தயவுசெய்து அந்த மரத்தின் ________.
'Nillungal' is the respectful imperative form used for 'Sir' (Ayya).
Which sentence means 'I am waiting on the way'?
Choose the correct Tamil translation.
'Nirkiren' is the present tense form of 'to stand/wait'.
Complete the dialogue between two friends.
Friend A: நான் உன் வீட்டிற்கு வருகிறேன். Friend B: சரி, நீ வரும் ________ நில், நான் வருகிறேன்.
'Vazhiyil' (on the way) is the logical choice for meeting someone mid-journey.
Match the phrase to the situation.
Situation: You are blocking the entrance to a cinema hall.
'Vazhiyil nirkathirkal' means 'Don't stand in the way', which is appropriate for clearing an entrance.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesஐயா, தயவுசெய்து அந்த மரத்தின் ________.
'Nillungal' is the respectful imperative form used for 'Sir' (Ayya).
Choose the correct Tamil translation.
'Nirkiren' is the present tense form of 'to stand/wait'.
Friend A: நான் உன் வீட்டிற்கு வருகிறேன். Friend B: சரி, நீ வரும் ________ நில், நான் வருகிறேன்.
'Vazhiyil' (on the way) is the logical choice for meeting someone mid-journey.
Situation: You are blocking the entrance to a cinema hall.
'Vazhiyil nirkathirkal' means 'Don't stand in the way', which is appropriate for clearing an entrance.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsYes! 'Bus stop vazhiyil nil' is very common.
To friends, no. To elders, use 'Nillungal'.
'Nil' is 'stand/stop', 'Kaathiru' is 'wait'. 'Nil' is more about the physical spot.
Say 'Vazhiyil nirkathae' (informal) or 'Vazhiyil nirkathirkal' (formal).
Only if someone is physically blocking a door. Otherwise, use formal meeting terms.
It can also mean 'method' or 'way of doing things'.
It is the spoken/colloquial version of 'vazhiyil'.
Yes, 'nillu' is the common spoken form of 'nil'.
Then say 'Vazhiyil utkar' (Sit on the way).
Constantly! Especially in action or romance scenes involving travel.
Expressions liées
வழி விடு
similarGive way / make room
வழி காட்டு
builds onShow the way / guide
காத்திரு
synonymWait
குறுக்கே நில்
contrastStand across / block
நேர் வழியில் நில்
specialized formStand on the straight/honest path
